Assistant Director of Care - Contract

AgeCare; Kingsville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term care provider in Ontario is seeking an Assistant Director of Care to manage resident care activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geriatric nursing and be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario. The role emphasizes collaboration with the staff team to ensure compliance with care standards and regulations. Join us in providing compassionate support to seniors.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care nursing.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Post graduate studies in nursing, nursing administration, and geriatrics are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate resident care activities.
• Audit resident care plans and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Address resident or family concerns and escalate as necessary.

Job description

12‑18 Month Contract - Role Start Date: Early February 2026

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well‑being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person‑centered environment. Working in long‑term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Assistant Director of Care of the Long‑Term Care residence works collaboratively with the senior management team to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate resident care activities within approved policies and procedures (including onboarding and annual staff education, staff health and safety and infection prevention and control programs).

What Is In It For You

• Ensures residents’ care is evaluated continuously.
• Works closely with the Registered Staff team and the RAI‑MDS Coordinator to ensure that the appropriate documentation is in place as per policy and to ensure regulatory compliance. Reviews and audits Point Click Care documentation including progress notes, care plans and resident assessments. Ensures that care plans are developed, updated, reviewed regularly, and followed consistently.
• Audits resident care plans on a quarterly basis and ensures documentation accurately reflects the resident’s care requirements.
• Responds to resident or family concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision‑making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Director of Care.

What You Will Need

• A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long‑term care nursing including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
• Knowledge of The Nursing Homes Act and Regulations, Homes for Special Care Act, Extended Care Program Directives, the appropriate sections of The Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food & Drugs Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and other pertinent federal, provincial, and municipal Statutes, which influence the operation of the residence and more specifically the nursing department.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Post graduate studies in nursing, nursing administration and geriatrics is considered an asset.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!